All things FamilyTreeDNA and genealogy.

FamilyTreeDNA’s Y-DNA haplotree includes over 100,000 branches and 847,000 variants — the most detailed paternal ancestry map in the world. Each month, we update this post with the latest growth stats, haplogroup insights, and tools to help you explore your place in history.

Some family trees are more tangled than others. Katy Rowe-Schurwanz explains how DNA testing helps untangle connections and make sense of even the most complex lines.

For family tree expert Jim Brewster, DNA testing turned a complicated family tree into a clearer story—revealing connections, insights, and deeper ancestry understanding.

A detailed look at the world’s largest mtDNA haplotree, how it continues to grow and refine, and what recent updates reveal about maternal ancestry and population history.

For years, experts believed Ötzi the Iceman’s maternal lineage had vanished. New genetic research shows that ancient line may still survive today.

RootsTech 2026 brings genealogy to life with in-person classes, hands-on learning, DNA and technology discoveries, and the chance to connect with experts, relatives, and the global genealogy community—all in the heart of Salt Lake City.

RootsTech 2026 offers free virtual access to genealogy classes, sessions, and the virtual Expo Hall. Learn how to register online, what’s included, and how to connect with experts like FamilyTreeDNA during the conference.

Family tree expert Roberta Estes explains how DNA testing transformed her family tree, uncovered surprising discoveries, and helped solve long-standing research challenges.

Genetic genealogy isn’t just about science—it’s about stories. Janine Cloud shares how DNA shaped her family tree, her biggest discoveries, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

An accessible overview of the DNA sequencing technologies used in genetic genealogy, from early methods like Sanger sequencing to modern next-generation sequencing.